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Introduction to Converged Networking

Overview This is the first of six technical briefing papers that examine the concepts, operation and analysis of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and converged networks. The concept of a converged network - one that combines voice, data, and other signal transmissions into a single, higher-speed network interface - has been around for several decades. We will look at:

What is a converged network
Enabling technologies and standards
Migrating the legacy network
Benefits and applications for the enterprise
Challenges for converged networks

Further White Paper Details
Publisher	Network General	File Format	PDF
Date Published	August 2005	Downloads	34
Format	White Papers
Topics	Telephony Systems - PBX, TCP - IP, VoIP - IP Telephony, Voice - Data Integration

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